Artist description Phil Hurd is a Roots Rock singer/songwriter/guitarist, whose style is very much influenced by The Rolling Stones, Chuck Berry, Delta Blues, early C&W and '60's R&B.

Music Style Roots Rock

Musical Influences The Rolling Stones, Robert Johnson, Chuck Berry, John Mellencamp, The Black Crowes, Stax

Similar Artists The Rolling Stones, John Mellencamp, The Black Crowes

Artist History A 20 year veteran of the Austin, Texas "Music Scene"; Phil Hurd has vast performance and recording experience. He has released 2 CDs of his original songs, has received local and international airplay/reviews and has performed in Europe. His Rootsy Rock 'n Roll is largely based on his use of open G tuning and slide guitar techniques and his deep understanding of American Roots music. In Austin, Phil has led several notable bands since 1985: including The Blood Of Keith, The Deadbeats and The Elmores. He has also performed and recorded with Germany's Broken Radio and Borrowed Tunes, both of whom are on the German label Hausmusik.

Group Members At present, Phil Hurd is a solo artist, recording songs for CD release and eventual international distribution.

Instruments Guitar, Vocals, Bass, Drums, Keys.

Albums CDs: Gimme Shoulder (1997), Powerhouse (1996).

Press Reviews Numerous, appearing in Roots Town News (Belgium), Austin Arena (Austin, TX), The Musician's Trade Journal (internationally distributed) and others. Best Quotes: "Hurd rips up the fretboard", Austin Arena and "A ballsy, barroom blitz of Rock 'n Roll, The Musician's Trade Journal.

Location Austin, TX - USA

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